Advanced Extruder Operator – High‑Tech Wire & Cable

Calmont Wire & Cable; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Calmont Wire & Cable in Southern California designs and manufactures advanced wire and cable for NASA and high-tech applications. We seek a self-motivated Extruder Machine Operator to set up and run several extrusion lines, apply LEAN principles, and contribute to continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has experience as an Extruder Operator, strong mechanical skills, the ability to read drawings, lift up to 50 lbs, and work as part of a team in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Extruder Operator.
• Good mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of extruder components, tooling, payoffs, accumulators and take ups.
• Knowledge of different conductors.
• Knowledge of different polymers.
• Ability to read specifications/drawings.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for an eight-hour shift.
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement, Quality, Safety, 5S and LEAN.
• Team-oriented and self-directed with problem solving skills.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out production, inspection, and machine operation duties.
• Set up extruder and ensure all materials are readily available.
• Effectively monitor production equipment.
• Participate in daily team meetings.
• Assist manufacturing personnel from other departments.
• Perform appropriate duties as assigned by management.
• Interface with QA for workmanship and quality requirements.
• Maintain and continuously improve a safe and clean work space.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Extruder Operator

Mechanical skills

Extruder tooling knowledge

Conductors knowledge

Polymers knowledge

Read specifications/drawings

Lifting 50 lbs

Continuous Improvement/LEAN

Team-oriented and self-directed

Problem solving

Job description

Calmont Wire & Cable in Southern California designs and manufactures advanced wire and cable for NASA and high-tech applications. We seek a self-motivated Extruder Machine Operator to set up and run several extrusion lines, apply LEAN principles, and contribute to continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has experience as an Extruder Operator, strong mechanical skills, the ability to read drawings, lift up to 50 lbs, and work as part of a team in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.